what to plant on the edge of my yard to separate from neighbors??

Question

I would please like your help or advice on what I should plant in between my land and our neighbors.

They just recently moved in their newly built home and it is a real crack on our privacy; from us walking around, our cat - and from their 2 black labs.

Nothing but grass color marks the "land line"... and frankly their weeds are invading our manicured lawn that I work so hard to keep.

I already have many small trees that are growing... but I'd like something big and that takes up space while still attractive to mark our home boundaries.

Have you anything in mind?

Answer 1

I used burning bushes the make a nice hedge row ,they grow pretty fast easy to take care of they will grow 6ft. or higher
they turn a beautiful red in the fall , i love mine , i have a row 50 ft.long, check them out do not know were you are but many places have them on sale . very hardy bush

Answer 2

Leyland Cypress gets 60' x 15', they are evergreen and they grow about 2' a year in Ga. They are used as screens because they are so effective, but they can be boring for an entire property line. Don't block driveway views by going too close to street.

Research the holly family too. They are tough plants ranging from 2' to 60' depending on cultivar. They look good beside Leylands. Chinese hollies have stickers, and may discourage the dogs some. Make a bed with a few shrubs and some perennials between you. Stella De Oro daylillies are beautiful all summer and take abuse.

Remember to stair step the height of the shrubs so the effect isn't too severe. 60' down to 2' not good. Try 60' Leylands in line, then 30' Foster holly in a triangle end cap, then 4' needlepoint hollies, then 2' dwarf yaupons, then daylillies. Of course I'm giving you full grown height. Notice the different colors and leaf shapes of the suggested shrubs. Variety creates interest unless it is overdone. Always plant in odd numbers.

Answer 3

nothing is going tok eep a black lab on their side but a fence. And your cat should now be staying inside if you value it's life. Sure you can plant things like bushes but eventually they'll encroach on your neighbor's side so there will be trouble. Why not talk with them and try to work something out about a fence that doesn't need painted, or their dogs being kept in the back yard with a high fence. You can tell them what you use on your lawn, but theirs probably with have dry circles from the dogs. First you have to know the neighbors, be friendly until you can't be friendly anymore. But get ideas from both sides then make a decision. There's no use putting up something if their side isn't going to agree to it and it's going to give you a lot more work and concern.
Neighbors with manicured lawns are usually all in harmony, so would joining with other manicured lawn people to voice an opinion help? like strength in numbers for a nice community?
You'd have to ask your city/county what the ordinances are, like how high a fence is permitted in your area.

Answer 4

If I had to keep the labs from getting at my cat, I'd keep my cat indoors all the time. They are easily adapted to indoor life and will be much safer from contracting diseases from other animals and humans who sometimes dislike having them roam freely around the neighborhood killing birds , chipmunks and less desirable small animals. If they must go outside, a good fence is really the only way to keep the labs from crossing into your property unless they are leashed when outside. It is very true that that good fences make good neighbors. We had the good fortune of having our neighbor share the price of the fence built between our two properties in order to avoid possible problems from her dogs. We are still friends to this day. Discuss your predicament with your neighbors with a friendly approach and you might be as fortunate as we were. Good luck.

Answer 5

If it was just for the view, I'd suggest a row of tall, narrow evergreen trees. But that won't protect your cat from their 2 black labs. Put up a privacy fence, and make it a tall one. At least 6 ft, but they do make them taller. One of my neighbors has an 8 ft fence.

Answer 6

You will either have to spend a fortune on mature bushes or put up a nice privacy fence.

Answer 7

If you have a wire fence you could plant wisteria or trumpet vine. They both grow extremely fast and have pretty flowers.

Answer 8

A fence is a good option. Wood or vynil usually does the trick.

Answer 9

How about a stockade fence. There are many attractive designs nowadays.

Answer 10

A fence should be put up then plant bushes on your side.